Candy Factory, a leading Italian confectionery manufacturing group, has acquired Monk’s, a historical brand of balsamic sweets produced by Akellas. Manufactured in the Milan area since 1954, Monk’s candies are marketed in Italy and in some parts of Canada, Switzerland and Japan. With the acquisition, Candy Factory is reportedly aiming to bolster its international presence. Candy Factory, which was formed in 2022 through the merger of Casa del Dolce and …